craft beer

noun

: a specialty beer produced in limited quantities : microbrew

Examples of craft beer in a Sentence

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Rataczak opened Milwaukee craft beer bar and restaurant Camino in Walker's Point in 2015, beloved for its $5 Monday burger special. Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 29 Mar. 2026 Niagara Brewing Company is a more casual spot known for their craft beer. Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Mar. 2026 Entertainment districts The West 7th Entertainment District has become a go-to area for dining, nightlife and craft beer. Taylor Haught, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Mar. 2026 Chapman’s Grocer also has grab-and-go treats, wine, and craft beer. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for craft beer

Word History

First Known Use

1986, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of craft beer was in 1986

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“Craft beer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/craft%20beer. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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